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Basic Computer Skills Assessment

Information And Communication Technology

A set of questions covering fundamental computer hardware, software, and terminology for primary students.

computers ICT education

10 Questions Medium Ages 8+ Oct 22, 2026

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1 Which component of a computer is considered the 'brain' because it performs most of the processing?

A Hard Drive
B Monitor
C CPU
D Keyboard

2 What is the primary function of an 'Input' device?

A To display information to the user
B To send data or signals to the computer
C To permanently store files
D To print documents

3 Which of these is an example of an Operating System?

A Microsoft Windows
B Google Chrome
C Microsoft Word
D Adobe Reader

4 What does the 'Save' function do in a word processing program?

A Deletes the document
B Prints the document
C Stores data on a storage medium
D Opens a new window

5 Which key on a keyboard is used to move the cursor to the beginning of a new line?

A Spacebar
B Shift
C Enter
D Tab

6 What is the main purpose of a computer's 'Hard Drive'?

A To connect to the internet
B To display images
C To store data and software permanently
D To type characters

7 Which of the following is considered an output device?

A Mouse
B Microphone
C Scanner
D Printer

8 In file management, what is a 'folder' used for?

A Connecting to Wi-Fi
B Organizing and grouping files
C Editing photos
D Playing audio

9 What does the acronym 'URL' stand for in the context of the internet?

A Universal Resource Locator
B Uniform Resource Locator
C Unique Routing Link
D User Reading Log

10 Which peripheral is used to move a pointer on the screen to select items?

A Monitor
B Mouse
C Hard Drive
D Printer

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